Olav Klepp


Olav Klepp is a Norwegian former professional footballer who played as a midfielder. He made one appearance for the Norway national team in 1987.

Career

Klepp made his senior debut with Kristiansand-based club IK Start as a 17-year-old in 1980, scoring the last goal in a 3–1 win against Vålerenga. He won the 1980 league title with IK Start and came third in 1983 and 1984. In 1987 he joined Danish club Brøndby IF on a two-year contract following a try-out match but returned to IK Start soon after. He retired due to back problems in 1991, having made 324 appearances for IK Start.
Klepp earned one cap with the Norway national team, in a match against Turkey in 1987.

Style of play

Klepp had a good midfield partnership with teammate Svein Mathisen and carried a goal threat.

Later life

After his retirement from playing, Klepp worked as a kitchen tradesman. By 2011, he had been in the business for 17 years.

Honours

IK Start